Overview

Get ready for a blast from the past with Son of a Gun, a retro-inspired twin-stick shooter that channels the spirit of arcade classics. Developed by Crank Goblin and published by Untold Tales and Gamersky Games, this title plunges players into intense, action-packed battles filled with bullets, blood, and explosions. As an interplanetary mercenary for the Sons of a Gun organization, you're the go-to operative when firepower is the only solution.

Highlights

  • Retro Arcade Action: Experience a classic top-down shooter with a nostalgic visual style, packed with guns, gore, and explosive gameplay.
  • Diverse Arsenal & Enemies: Collect and manage a variety of guns and grenades to face swarming bugs, gigantic robots, slimy monsters, and even spectral foes.
  • Character Progression & Time Bending: Choose from six distinct characters, upgrade them as you advance through the single-player campaign, and utilize a prototype time-bending device to overcome overwhelming odds.

Who It's For

Fans of classic arcade shooters, twin-stick gameplay, and over-the-top action will find Son of a Gun a compelling experience. If you enjoy games with a retro aesthetic, challenging enemy encounters, and a focus on tight controls and satisfying combat, this title is likely for you. The game also features cartoon violence and blood, appealing to those who appreciate a more mature, albeit stylized, presentation.

Game Info

  • Developer: Crank Goblin
  • Publisher: Untold Tales, Gamersky Games
  • Genre: Action
  • Release Date: October 22, 2024
  • Modes: Single-player
  • Features: Full controller support, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud
  • Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Polish, Spanish (Latin America), Turkish, Ukrainian (full audio support for English and Ukrainian)
  • Content: Cartoon violence and blood.